Target type: molecularfunction
Binding to an amide, any derivative of an oxoacid in which an acidic hydroxy group has been replaced by an amino or substituted amino group. [GOC:mah]
Amide binding is a fundamental molecular interaction that plays a critical role in a wide variety of biological processes. It involves the non-covalent association of a molecule, often a protein or enzyme, with an amide group, which is a functional group consisting of a carbonyl group (C=O) linked to a nitrogen atom (N). The interaction is primarily driven by electrostatic forces and hydrogen bonding between the amide group and the binding site of the molecule.
Amide binding is essential for the proper functioning of many proteins, including enzymes, receptors, and antibodies. For example, enzymes often utilize amide binding to recognize and interact with specific substrates, facilitating catalytic reactions. Receptors, which are proteins responsible for recognizing and responding to external signals, often rely on amide binding to bind to signaling molecules like hormones or neurotransmitters. Antibodies, which are proteins that target and neutralize specific antigens, also employ amide binding to recognize and bind to their target molecules.
The strength of amide binding can be influenced by various factors, including the size and shape of the binding site, the chemical environment surrounding the amide group, and the presence of other functional groups that can participate in additional interactions. The strength of this interaction can vary significantly, with some amide bonds being quite weak and transient, while others are strong and long-lasting.
Overall, amide binding is a ubiquitous molecular interaction that is crucial for a wide range of biological processes. Its significance stems from its ability to facilitate specific recognition and interaction between molecules, enabling essential functions like enzyme catalysis, signal transduction, and immune responses.'
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| Protein | Definition | Taxonomy |
|---|---|---|
| 3-oxo-5-alpha-steroid 4-dehydrogenase 2 | A 3-oxo-5-alpha-steroid 4-dehydrogenase 2 that is encoded in the genome of human. [PRO:DNx, UniProtKB:P31213] | Homo sapiens (human) |
| 3-oxo-5-alpha-steroid 4-dehydrogenase 1 | A 3-oxo-5-alpha-steroid 4-dehydrogenase 1 that is encoded in the genome of human. [PRO:DNx, UniProtKB:P18405] | Homo sapiens (human) |
| Compound | Definition | Classes | Roles |
|---|---|---|---|
| prazosin | prazosin : A member of the class of piperazines that is piperazine substituted by a furan-2-ylcarbonyl group and a 4-amino-6,7-dimethoxyquinazolin-2-yl group at positions 1 and 4 respectively. Prazosin: A selective adrenergic alpha-1 antagonist used in the treatment of HEART FAILURE; HYPERTENSION; PHEOCHROMOCYTOMA; RAYNAUD DISEASE; PROSTATIC HYPERTROPHY; and URINARY RETENTION. | aromatic ether; furans; monocarboxylic acid amide; piperazines; quinazolines | alpha-adrenergic antagonist; antihypertensive agent; EC 3.4.21.26 (prolyl oligopeptidase) inhibitor |
| finasteride | finasteride : An aza-steroid that is a synthetic drug for the treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia. Finasteride: An orally active 3-OXO-5-ALPHA-STEROID 4-DEHYDROGENASE inhibitor. It is used as a surgical alternative for treatment of benign PROSTATIC HYPERPLASIA. | 3-oxo steroid; aza-steroid; delta-lactam | androgen antagonist; antihyperplasia drug; EC 1.3.1.22 [3-oxo-5alpha-steroid 4-dehydrogenase (NADP(+))] inhibitor |
| turosteride | turosteride: a 5alpha-reductase inhibitor; structure given in first source; RN given refers to the (5alpha,17beta)-isomer | ||
| sertraline | sertraline : A member of the class of tetralins that is tetralin which is substituted at positions 1 and 4 by a methylamino and a 3,4-dichlorophenyl group, respectively (the S,S diastereoisomer). A selective serotonin-reuptake inhibitor (SSRI), it is administered orally as the hydrochloride salt as an antidepressant for the treatment of depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder, panic disorder and post-traumatic stress disorder. Sertraline: A selective serotonin uptake inhibitor that is used in the treatment of depression. | dichlorobenzene; secondary amino compound; tetralins | antidepressant; serotonin uptake inhibitor |
| epristeride | epristeride: structure given in first source | steroid acid | |
| indole-2-carboxylic acid | indolyl carboxylic acid | ||
| fce 28260 | (22RS-N-1,1,1-trifluoro-2-phenylprop-2-yl)-3-oxo-4-aza-5alpha-androst-1-ene-17beta-carboxamide: structure given in first source | ||
| ly 300502 | |||
| 17-n,n-diethylcarbamoyl-4-methyl-4-azaandrostane-3-one | 17-N,N-diethylcarbamoyl-4-methyl-4-azaandrostane-3-one: inhibitor of testosterone 5-alpha reductase, receptor binding & nuclear uptake of androgens in the prostate | ||
| dutasteride | dutasteride : An aza-steroid that is inasteride in which the tert-butyl group is replaced by a 2,5-bis(trifluoromethyl)phenyl group. A synthetic 4-azasteroid, dutasteride is a selective inhibitor of both the type 1 and type 2 isoforms of steroid 5alpha-reductase, an intracellular enzyme that converts testosterone to 5alpha-dihydrotestosterone. Dutasteride is used for the treatment of symptomatic benign prostatic hyperplasia in men with an enlarged prostate gland. Dutasteride: A 5-ALPHA-REDUCTASE INHIBITOR that is reported to inhibit both type-1 and type2 isoforms of the enzyme and is used to treat BENIGN PROSTATIC HYPERPLASIA. | (trifluoromethyl)benzenes; aza-steroid; delta-lactam | antihyperplasia drug; EC 1.3.1.22 [3-oxo-5alpha-steroid 4-dehydrogenase (NADP(+))] inhibitor |
| 5-(2,5-difluorophenyl)-N-(2,6-dimethylphenyl)-2-furancarboxamide | aromatic amide; furans | ||
| 5-(2,5-dichlorophenyl)-N-(2,6-dimethoxyphenyl)-2-furancarboxamide | aromatic amide; furans | ||
| 5-(2,5-dichlorophenyl)-N-[2,6-di(propan-2-yl)phenyl]-2-furancarboxamide | aromatic amide; furans | ||
| 5-(2,5-dichlorophenyl)-N-(2,6-diethylphenyl)-2-furancarboxamide | aromatic amide; furans | ||
| N-(2,6-dimethylphenyl)-5-(4-methyl-3-thiophenyl)-2-furancarboxamide | aromatic amide; furans |